What's happened
Ellie Challis led a remarkable day for Team GB at the Paralympics in Paris, winning gold in the S3 50m backstroke. Other notable victories included Louise Fiddes in the S14 100m breaststroke and Stephen McGuire in boccia, contributing to a strong medal tally for the British team.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to Ed Elliot from The Independent, Ellie Challis described her gold medal win as 'the most incredible day ever,' reflecting her confidence and joy in the sport. The Independent also highlighted Louise Fiddes' victory, noting her inspiration from Challis, stating, 'If she can do it, I can do it.' Meanwhile, BBC News reported on Alice Tai's triumph, emphasizing her journey through injury and amputation, which she described as 'a great thing' for her career. This contrast in narratives showcases the resilience and determination of these athletes, each overcoming personal challenges to achieve success at the Paralympics.
How we got here
The 2024 Paralympics in Paris have showcased numerous athletes overcoming significant challenges. Ellie Challis, a quadruple amputee, previously won silver in Tokyo and has now achieved gold, highlighting her remarkable journey since contracting meningitis at a young age.
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The Paralympic Games or Paralympics are a periodic series of international multi-sport events involving athletes with a range of disabilities, including impaired muscle power, impaired passive range of movement, limb deficiency, leg length difference, sho
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Stephen McGuire is a Scottish Boccia player.
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Louise Fiddes is a British Paralympic swimmer who competes in international level events. She is a world and European champion in breaststroke events.
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Ellie Challis is a British Paralympic swimmer. She represented Great Britain at the 2020 Summer Paralympics.